Levetiracetam is a prescription medication that belongs to the drug class known as anticonvulsants. It is used for the treatment of epilepsy and may help decrease the number and frequency of seizures someone with epilepsy may have.
Keppra ® is the brand name for the generic medication, levetiracetam.
Epilepsy is the fourth most common neurological disorder, affecting all ages and genders. The Epilepsy Foundation states:
A person is considered to have epilepsy if they meet any of the following conditions.
The Epilepsy Foundation has a very good video to explain what a seizure is. We encourage you to watch this video and visit their website at www.epilepsy.com to learn more about epilepsy and to learn seizure first aid.
While many anti-seizure medications slow down the electrical discharges in the brain to stop seizures, Keppra® (levetiracetam) actually works a little differently by joining with SV2A, a protein that is involved in the release of neurotransmitters in the brain. Keppra® is usually an add-on therapy (i.e. used with other medications).
Keppra® (levetiracetam) is used to treat:
Keppra® (levetiracetam) is available in the following doses. Click on the links to compare prices:
Keppra® – Brand-name – 250 mg tablets
Keppra® – Brand-name – 500 mg tablets
Keppra® – Brand-name – 750 mg tablets
Keppra® – Brand-name – 1000 mg tablets
Keppra® Oral Solution – Brand-name – 100 mg/mL
Levetiracetam – Generic – 250 mg tablets
Levetiracetam – Generic – 500 mg tablets
Levetiracetam – Generic – 750 mg tablets
Levetiracetam – Generic – 1000 mg tablets
This medication needs to be taken exactly as your doctor prescribes it. Do not increase or decrease your dose without specific medical instructions. Stopping this medication suddenly may cause dangerous ongoing seizures, known as status epilepticus.
This medication is usually taken twice a day, usually 12 hours apart. The pills are swallowed whole and may be taken with or without food. The liquid form must be measured carefully to ensure you are taking the right dosage each time.
What are the side effects of Keppra® (levetiracetam)?
Common side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects. Speak to your pharmacist about what side effects may occur while taking this prescription medication.
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